Description
Overall Concept:
The King of Cups represents emotional balance, wisdom, and mature compassion. He governs the realm of feelings with calm authority and deep understanding.
Modern Interpretation:
This card encourages emotional leadership and grounded empathy. It may reflect your own ability to remain centered under pressure or represent someone who offers steady support and heartfelt insight. In modern readings, the King of Cups speaks to emotional control, trustworthy counsel, and the power of compassion rooted in strength.
Traditional Keywords:
Emotional maturity, wisdom, compassion, balance, diplomacy, calm authority
Reversal Possibilities:
Emotional manipulation, moodiness, suppression, avoidance, loss of control, detachment